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12.1@121 is the fastest time we have seen so far for a Performance Package M157 twin turbo V8. You might recall that Insideline tested the S63 AMG with the performance package and hit 12.3@116 in the much heavier S class. The lighter (4256 pound) CLS63 puts up some very impressive numbers with 0-60 under 5 seconds and a low 12 second time. We have no doubt this means the lighter E63 AMG will hit 11's stock and about 124 mph in the 1/4 with the Performance Package.

It is fairly nose heavy and just heavy in general but yes, straightline monster.

Hopefully the E will be better balanced.

I drove the E63 that same day and can tell you firsthand that it is SIGNIFICANTLY better handling than the CLS. I was surprised at how neutral and balanced the chassis felt, particularly in the corners. Though it didn't feel quite as fast as the CLS.

I drove the E63 that same day and can tell you firsthand that it is SIGNIFICANTLY better handling than the CLS. I was surprised at how neutral and balanced the chassis felt, particularly in the corners. Though it didn't feel quite as fast as the CLS.